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Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Kilmacduagh Abbey & Galway Day Tour

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    Dublin: Cliffs of Moher, Kilmacduagh Abbey & Galway Day Tour

    Activity provider: Finn McCools Tours
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    From US$ 78.25 per person

    Explore Ireland’s scenic landscapes on a trip to the Cliffs of Moher on a day trip by bus. Visit Galway, journey through The Burren, and see the monastic ruins of Kilmacduagh.

    About this activity

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    Duration 12 hours
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    Live tour guide
    English

    What customers loved

    "We had an amazing view 100% of the time!"

    Sydney, September 4, 2019 - United States

    "Mark Dempsey was incredible. He connected with folks on the bus and made sure everyone was having a good trip."

    Mark, September 2, 2019 - United States

    "The cliffs and the ride with the guys"

    Victoria, August 1, 2019 - United States

      Experience

      Itinerary
      7 hours

      • Dublin

      • 2.5 hours

      • Galway Plaza (break)

      • Kilmacduagh Monastery

      • Cliffs of Moher (free time)

      • The Burren

      • Galway (free time)

      • 2.5 hours

      • Dublin

      Meeting point
      Main stop
      Other stop
      Highlights
      • Visit the breathtaking Cliffs of Moher
      • Enjoy a stop to explore the lunar landscapes of The Burren
      • Explore the city of Galway and enjoy the vibrant side of it
      • Walk through the ruins of Kilmacduagh Monastery
      Full description

      Embark on a guided day trip to discover the iconic Cliffs of Moher by bus. Visit Galway and its stunning surrounding landscape and see famous landmarks, including Dunguaire Castle and Kilmacduagh Monastery.

      Depart Dublin at 6:45 AM and journey through the flat open plain of the Curragh. Pass the Irish National Stud thoroughbred horse breeding facility as your guide shares a wealth of history and information.

      Head to the ruins of Kilmacduagh Monastery and its roundhouse—unique for the way it leans over by more than 2 feet. Spend 15-20 minutes here. Then, arrive at the Cliffs of Moher for a view of the Atlantic Ocean and explore on your own for 2 hours.

      Go to the visitor's center for the interactive Cliffs of Moher Visitor Experience with a large multimedia screen displaying a bird's-eye view from the cliffs, and a video from the underwater caves.

      Next, discover the lunar landscapes of The Burren with a 15–20-minute visit and hear about the many secrets of this atypical landscape, home to the warmest ground temperature in Ireland.

      Arrive in the city of Galway, where you will have around 1 hour to explore on your own. Discover its old-world charm on cobblestone streets that evoke an authentic Ireland of times gone by.

      Then drive along the coastal route of the Wild Atlantic Way to Kinvara, passing Dunguaire Castle and the 12 Bens mountain range along the way. Return to Dublin and get dropped off at the meeting point at around 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM.

      Includes
      • Transportation by air-conditioned bus
      • Live onboard commentary
      • Tour
      • Guide
      • Entry ticket to the Cliffs of Moher Visitor Center
      • Hotel pickup and drop-off
      • Food and drinks
      Covid-19 precautions

      You must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed

      Traveler requirements
      • You are required to bring and wear a mask

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      Meeting point

      Meet your guide outside Dublin City Gallery, The Hugh Lane. Walking, taking public transport, or a taxi to the meeting point is recommended, as parking in the city center is difficult to find and expensive for the day.

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      Important information

      What to bring

      • Comfortable shoes
      • Jacket
      • Packed lunch

      Know before you go

      • This is a long day trip. It can be up to 2 hours between stops. The tour starts at 6:45 AM and finishes between 7:30 PM and 8:30 PM
      • Bringing a packed lunch is recommended. This tour does not stop anywhere for lunch. You can buy packed sandwiches and snacks at rest stops
      • All the times are approximate and the locations might be visited in a different order, depending on traffic and weather. Galway may or may not be the last stop before returning to Dublin
      • This tour involves a fair bit of walking
      • The tour is no recommended for small children or people with mobility issues. If your child is used to traveling, please book 1 seat per child and bring your own child seat
      • You must fill out the online Track and Trace waiver form which will be emailed to you 25 hours before your activity starts. The form must be completed by each participant in order to join the tour
      • Using the restrooms before joining the tour is recommended, as the first stop is around 2 hours away
      Customer reviews

      Overall rating

      4.8 /5

      based on 5366 reviews

      Review summary

      • Guide
        4.9/5
      • Transportation
        4.7/5
      • Value for money
        4.7/5
      • Safety
        4.8/5

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      I took the Galway/Cliffs of Moher/Kilmacduagh Abbey tour. Everything was wonderful, we spent just enough time at each place to get the full experience and not feel rushed. The bus ride was long from Dublin, but felt like no time at all with our tour guide Sean. He had so many stories and history to share with us and played great music in between. The bus itself was very clean and comfortable, there are USB ports for every person to charge devices and there’s WiFi!

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      May 17, 2022

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      Overall a really great tour! The tour guide Peter was great and was super knowledgeable about pretty much everything you could want to know. He even shared about some history even though this was not a history tour. I feel like I have a much better understanding of Ireland than I did before! A few recommendations: packing a lunch and picnicking at the Cliffs of Moher would be great; the stop at the Abbey is very short; the stop in Galway is also relatively short so if there’s anything you’d like to do in particular make sure you prioritize it.

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      May 16, 2022

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      The tour was perfectly organized. The meeting point was convenient and there were no delays. Our guide and driver (Big D. and Marco, if not mistaken) were very nice, helpful and made our tour even better. Our guide offered plenty of information without being boring, and he was funny on the same time. Time was well spent among the various sights. Cliffs of Moher are one of the best places of natural beauty that I have ever been. Furthermore, Irish countryside is very picturesque and calming. Also enjoyed the Burren landscape. I believe that is a tour one must take when in Dublin even for a few days. Definitely worth it.

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      May 16, 2022

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